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Blackburn Valley Way 5 (from Meadowhall) — 5.0 km Running Out-and-back

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Blackburn Valley Way 5 (from Meadowhall) is a 5.0 km (3.1 miles) out-and-back in Sheffield, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.

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Blackburn Valley Way 5 (from Meadowhall) running route
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Location: Sheffield, England

Discover the tranquil Blackburn Valley Way in Sheffield with this accessible 5km out-and-back route, perfect for a peaceful escape. Starting near Meadowhall, you'll follow the well-maintained, flat path westwards towards Deep Lane Bridge. Enjoy a smooth run over paved sections and compacted gravel, winding alongside the Blackburn Brook and through scenic valley views.

This gentle, traffic-free course is ideal for a relaxed training run, a convenient post-work jog, or simply unwinding with some fresh air. Its flat and even surfaces make it suitable for all abilities, whether you're building fitness, pushing a buggy, or enjoying a casual stroll in a pleasant urban green space.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.0 km out-and-back in Sheffield, England with around 0 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.0 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

Reviews (2)

EllyOct 2024

A little slice of green! You can hear them but you can’t quite see the busy M1 and the east coast mainline together with industry. Combine with shopping at Meadowhall! Great, flat tarmac path with the turnaround just before a road crossing so easy to aim at.

Shoe suggestion: Road
JonNov 2023

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